NO RESERVE - 1999 BMW Z3 2.8
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Highlights
- Fitted with the GETRAG five-speed manual gearbox
- Powered by a 2.8-litre straight-six
- Presented in very good, usable condition
- New MOT with no advisories
The Appeal
On paper, a small convertible sports car with a straight-six engine, manual gearbox and built by BMW looks like a winning formula and we’re glad to report that in the flesh, the Z3 roadster does not disappoint.
This 1999 example has been well cared for throughout its life and the vendor has enjoyed it immensely, covering an estimated 15,000 miles since acquiring the car in June 2021. We’re informed that it benefits from regular servicing throughout its life and reportedly has been subject to routine services at 3,000 mile intervals during present ownership.
These are fast becoming a modern classic and we’re sure this BMW shall continue to be enjoyed for many years to come.
The History and Paperwork
- V5C present
- Four owners recorded (including the vendor)
- We’re informed this car has full service history although we’re not able to verify this from the paperwork
- The books and manuals have been exposed to damp at some point so are not in the best shape
- The vendor reports that the car is serviced at 3,000 mile intervals by themselves and local specialists
- It completed a 2,500 mile road trip in October of 2021 with no issues to report
- Garaged by the vendor when not in use
- Collection of previous MOT certificates and servicing invoices
- Will be sold with a 12 month MOT
The Interior
- We’re informed that the seats have been upgraded from standard and they appear in good order with some wear to the bolsters
- The seats are electrically adjustable and also heated
- Fitted with its original BMW radio
- Some wear to the carpeting visible, but they remain very usable
- We couldn’t see any UV damage to the dashboard
- All the instrumentation appears in good order
- Inside the boot, the carpeting is really smart
- We’re informed that the original toolkit is complete
The Exterior
- The electric roof reportedly operates correctly
- The fabric and flexible rear window remain in good order although the stitching on the nearside rear corner of the window is beginning to deteriorate
- Smart silver paintwork in god overall shape
- Some bubbling is occurring around the lower portions of the front wings as is not uncommon on Z3s of this vintage
- We’re informed a bonnet mascot was fitted at some point which has since been removed leaving a substandard repair
- The alloy wheels are in fair shape considering their age and the vendor remarks that they’re very easy to clean
- Besides some surface corrosion, the underside would look to be in reasonable condition from what we could see
The Mechanics
- The vendor reports that this BMW is really fun to drive
- The gearbox remains slick and selects gears smoothly
- That 2.8-litre straight-six produces ample power, providing impressive performance when demanded
- The vendor is apparently unaware of any faults and is confident in the car’s reliability
- Mechanically, we’re informed the car remains entirely standard, including the exhaust system
- We’re informed that the previous owner spent around £3,000 on engine, transmission and suspension work and as a result, the car is tight and responsive to drive
Summary
If you’re looking for a convertible sports car, this Z3 ticks a lot of boxes. It’s a very usable example that still looks the part and drives really well.
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UK-registered cars and motorbikes on Car & Classic are run through an online HPI check. On the HPI report, this vehicle shows no insurance database markers for damage or theft. It is currently not covered by a finance agreement.
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Vehicle specification
- Year 1996
- Make BMW
- Model Z3 2.8
- Colour Silver
- Odometer 126,162 Miles
- Engine size 2800
Auction Details
- Seller Type Private
- Town Redditch
- Location Worcestershire
- Country United Kingdom
22
bids
- Wh•••• £2,200 28/03/23
- Ca•••• £2,100 28/03/23
- Go•••• £2,000 27/03/23
- Go•••• £1,900 23/03/23
- pe•••• £1,800 23/03/23
- Go•••• £1,700 23/03/23
- pe•••• £1,600 23/03/23
- Go•••• £1,500 23/03/23
- pe•••• £1,400 23/03/23
- Go•••• £1,300 23/03/23
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